e dub blog: November 2009

Tuesday, November 24, 2009

Super Senior Saturday

December 5th

8:30am - 12:15pm

Houston Hall (Ed White HS)

**Bring your transcripts, record of community service, 3 letters of recommendation, and 3 non-family references

See Mrs. Bennett in BUS F or Mrs. Rhett in BUS H for Registration forms

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, December 2nd

There will be breakfast, college presentations, college application assistance, resume & narrative writing, and much much more!!

***In attendance: Florida State College at Jacksonville, WorkSource, Jacksonville University, Edward Waters College, Eta Phi Beta Sorority Inc, and University of North Florida

Monday, November 23, 2009

Do you have an outstanding record for service? FSU's got a program for that!

At Florida State Univeristy, Service Scholars will complete a minimum of 75 community service hours per semester, participate in individual and group service projects, attend regular meetings, engage in classroom learning, and promote community participation among their peers.

Application: http://thecenter.fsu.edu/2010%20Service%20Scholar%20Application.pdf

Deadline: January 15, 2010

Seniors: $28k for college could be yours!!

Entering the contest is easy!

Students must write a typed,
double-spaced essay - 500 words or less - on the topic,

"How does a Realtor Professional Benefit the Community?"

Go to: http://media.floridarealtors.org/ & click on "Scholarship Contest"

Deadline: February 8, 2010

Due date reminder: December 1st for the Essay/Art contest!

You won't want to miss out on this opportunity!
1st place = FREE LAPTOP (for you AND your sponsoring teacher!)
http://www.atccenter.org/contest/index.html

Friday, November 20, 2009

FORMER FIRST LADY COLUMBA BUSH LAUNCHES 2009-2010 ARTS FOR LIFE! SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

To be considered for an Arts for Life! Scholarship, students must:

• Be graduating high school seniors from a public, private or home education program in Florida in 2010.

• Submit a completed application, a brief essay explaining “How the arts have positively influenced my life” and a sample of work in creative writing, dance, drama, music or visual arts.

A committee of judges for each of the five disciplines, comprised of respected experts, reviews and scores the students’ essays and work samples. Each committee selects the top scoring applicants as recipients of an Arts for Life! scholarship.

Winning seniors will be notified in the spring and invited to a special luncheon in their honor hosted by Jeb and Columba Bush. Recipients are invited to showcase their arts discipline through performance and exhibition during the event. As part of the program’s professional development program, the scholarship recipients will also meet renowned working artists who will provide invaluable advice for pursuing a career in the arts.

To apply for a 2009-2010 Arts for Life! scholarship, interested students should visit www.ExcelinEd.org for an official application and more information on additional requirements. Applications must be postmarked no later than February 1, 2010. If you have questions or would like further information, please contact the Foundation for Excellence in Education at (850) 391-4090.

Monday, November 16, 2009

Minorities in Medicine Symposium - FREE w/ lunch!!

Are you interested in studying medicine? If so, check out the UNF/Mayo Clinic Minorities in Medicine Symposium on Saturday, December 5, 2009 at the Mayo Clinic, 4500 San Pablo Road. Click here for a map. This yearly event will expose you to health career options, scholarship/grant opportunties, as well as giving your the chance to network with medical professionals. Lunch will be provided for you.

THIS EVENT IF FREE!!!!!
All you need to do is reserve a seat for you and any guests. Please visit the UNF PreMedical Professions site and complete the survey provided to reserve your spot!
RESERVATIONS DUE: FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 20th!
FOR MORE INFORMATION/QUESTIONS, EMAIL Sara MaKary (thanks Angel!) :)

Vote for Ed White's Casey Turner!!

Go to this site: http://www.thesportsflash.com/
Click on the Iron Man icon (looks like the one above)
Click on "Florida"
Click on "Vote for the Army Iron Man of the Year" link
Click the bubble next to Casey Turner's name and then click "vote"

VOTING ENDS: NOVEMBER 29th @ midnight

THANKS FOR YOUR SUPPORT COMMANDERS!!!

Enter for a chance to win part of the $1 million in prizes for your school!

This year's essay topic focuses on the following:

Despite the rapid growth of new technologies, many schools do not have the tools and equipment they need to properly educate their students. So we want to know, how the consumer electronics, computer equipment and software awarded through Samsung's Four Seasons of Hope could benefit your school? Essays should focus on:

How consumer electronics, computer equipment, and software can enhance the education process.
How access to these technologies and the use of social networking can change the way that students learn.
The unique and innovative teaching methods that are enabled by computer and consumer electronics technologies.

In one hundred (100) words or less, enter your essay by using the form at this link: http://www.fourseasonsofhope.com/us/4seasons_hope/education.jsp
DEADLINE: DECEMBER 1st

Friday, November 13, 2009

2 or more parking tickets = your car getting towed!!

Any student who has received at least two parking tickets for parking without a decal or parking illegally will have their cars towed the next time they have a violation. Anyone who has their car towed must contact ASAP Towing to retrieve it. Do not contact the main office!

Help Us to Help the Needy

The Junior Civitans are holding a food drive to support a local charity for the holiday season. Please bring your canned or dry goods to school and help out a family in need. Donations can be given to classroom teachers or in the food barrel in the front office. Thanks for your help!

Thursday, November 12, 2009

TAKE THE ASVAB! It's not just for the Armed Forces, you know...

Sophomores, juniors and seniors…are you curious about what you might be good at? Don’t know what you want to study in college or what to do after high school? Then take the ASVAB! Fill out a counselor request form with "sign me up for the ASVAB!" if you are interested - the test will be administered Thursday, November 19th at 7:45am at Ed White in Houston Hall.

Donate Blood at Ed White!

Ed White will host a blood drive on Monday November 23rd from 8:00 to 1:00. See Coach Gwynes in student activities for more information and to make an appointment. A government issued ID is required to donate.

Tuesday, November 10, 2009

DISCOVERY PARENT NIGHT: dinner & discussion!!

Thursday, November 19th

@ 6:30pm

in Ed White's "Houston Hall"

Come eat with us!

Monday, November 9, 2009

AFTER SCHOOL TUTORING NOW AVAILABLE!!!

Student tutoring is now available after school

Tuesday and Thursday
2:00 - 4:00pm
In the media center
Bring your ID, materials, class work and questions!!!!

ATTENTION PARENTS: PORTAL NOW LIVE! Check your students' grade & attendance!

You can now check your student’s attendance and grades by accessing the parent portal of the Duval County Public Schools website.

Parent Portal

https://dcps.mygradeportal.com

***You may obtain your user ID and password for each student enrolled at Edward H. White High School by appearing in person with pictured identification.

Regular School Day
Report to the Attendance Office – Main Hallway - See Ms. Santiago
Monday – Friday from 7:30AM until 3:00PM
After Hours – Nights
See the Community Education Coordinators in the Main Office
Monday – Thursday from 4:00PM until 8:00PM

Wednesday, November 4, 2009

UNF + Hicks Scholarship = $FREE tuition, room & board for 4 years!

In partnership with the University of North Florida, the Hicks Scholarship was established to help students in public housing, Section 8 housing, federally subsidized housing, or in a Habijax home. The Scholarhip pays up to the full cost of attending UNF, including tuition, fees, books, room & board (for 4 years if the student remains academically eligible). For more info: http://www.hicksprepclub.com/

Tuesday, November 3, 2009

Stetson University (Deland, FL) Scholarhip

SENIORS:

Do you have a 3.5 GPA?

Are you in the top 10% of your class?

Do you have an ACT Composite score of at least 29 or a miniumum combined SAT score of 1300?

IF SO - Stetson has a HUGE scholarship for you - see Mrs. Curran for the application!

How do I see my counselor?

WALK-INS WELCOME!

Before or after school you can always come by to see us! Especially if you aren't trying to catch a bus. If you are a bus rider, the best way to see us is to make an appointment.

APPOINTMENTS ENCOURAGED!
We want to give you our UNDIVIDED attention and with the number of tasks a school counselor has, that can be difficult when walking in or simply stopping by. Student Counselor Request Forms can be picked up in guidance (before or after school or between classes) and dropped off in guidance (before or after school or between classes). They sit on Ms. Menter's desk. Simply fill one out, leave it for us and we will be sure to call you out of class!

2-1-1

United Way 2-1-1 is the suicide intervention and prevention helpline for this region and the call center is nationally accredited by the American Association of Suicidology. Call center specialists are also certified and trained to handle crisis and suicide-related calls.

Dial 2-1-1, in nine Northeast Florida counties including Duval, St. Johns, Clay, Baker, Nassau, Columbia, Suwannee, Hamilton, and Putnam counties.
1-904-632-0600, in the local Duval County calling area
Hearing Impaired: Dial 1-904-306-0447 (TTY)

PARENTS AS PARTNERS

GRADES & ATTENDANCE
Stay informed as to your student's performance!

GRADE PORTAL
https://dcps.mygradeportal.com/
You may obtain your user ID and password for each student enrolled at Ed White High School by appearing in person with pictured identification.

Regular School Day
In the Guidance Office, Ms. Sharon Menter (our guidance secretary & Employee of the Year!) can assist you.
Monday – Friday from 7:05AM until 2:25PM
After Hours / Nights
See the Community Education Coordinators in the Main Office
Monday – Thursday from 4:30PM until 8:00PM

ED WHITE GUIDANCE MISSION & PHILOSOPHY

MISSION

Our mission as School Counselors at Edward H. White High School is to provide a comprehensive counseling program that attends to the personal/social, academic, and career preparation/college planning needs of all students. Services include group and individual counseling, academic support (educational resources), responsive services, career and college planning, and student and family advocacy. Our goal is to promote a commitment to life-long learning, personal and academic growth, and to aid students in becoming responsible, culturally aware and productive members of society. This foundation will be supported and further strengthened by consultation with educators, administrators, parents, and community advocates.

PHILOSOPHY

The school counseling department at Edward H. White High School believes that every student should be treated with dignity and value. We will strive on a daily basis to provide services to all students through a comprehensive school counseling program.

The comprehensive school counseling program at Edward H. White High is:

Fundamentally based on the belief that all of our students can learn and achieve at their highest potential with proper support from staff, parents/guardians and the community
Planned and implemented by the Edward H. White School Counseling Department, based on guidelines from the Duval County Public School’s Office of Guidance Services and all stakeholders who support the academic, career and personal/social development of students
Committed to providing a comprehensive, developmentally sound program of services based on the ASCA national model to meet the needs of our diverse population and evaluated by data driven models
Proactive in the delivery of the Edward H. White High School Counseling Curriculum and in monitoring student’s academic, career, and personal/social achievements

School Counselors at Edward H. White High School:

Adhere to ASCA Ethical Standards
Are licensed by the Florida Board of Education
Participate in on-going staff development to increase our knowledge, skills and abilities to better serve our students.

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